CUTTING ERRORS
INSUFFICIENT PENETRATION
This error may be caused by the following:
• High speed. Always make sure that the arc fully penetrates the workpiece and is never held
at a I forward angle of more than 10-15°. This will avoid incorrect consumption of the nozzle
and burns to the nozzle holder.
• Excessively thick workpiece (see cutting speed diagrams, Picture 7).
• Grounding clamp not in good electrical contact with the workpiece.
• Worn nozzle and electrode.
• Cutting current too low.
NOTE: When the arc does not penetrate, the molten metal scraps obstruct the nozzle.
THE CUTTING ARC GOES OFF
This error may be caused by:
• Worn nozzle, electrode or swirl ring.
• Air pressure too high.
• Supply voltage too low.
SHORTER LIFE OF CONSUMER PARTS
This error may be caused by:
• Oil or dirt in the arc intake.
• Unnecessarily long pilot arc.
• Low arc pressure.
Make sure that the new electrode and nozzle to be mounted are thoroughly dean and degreased.
Always use original spare parts to avoid damaging the torch.
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